Collection

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Collection (kəˈlɛkʃən)

Collection is a term used in various fields of medicine, referring to the accumulation of fluid or other material within the body in a particular location.

Etymology

The term "collection" comes from the Latin word "collectio", which means "gathering". In the medical context, it refers to the gathering or accumulation of substances in the body.

Related Terms

  • Abscess: An abscess is a localized collection of pus in a cavity formed by the disintegration of tissues.
  • Hematoma: A hematoma is a collection of blood outside of a blood vessel.
  • Effusion: An effusion is a collection of fluid in a body cavity or space.
  • Embolism: An embolism is a collection of material (such as a blood clot, air, or fat) that travels through the bloodstream and becomes lodged in a blood vessel, potentially causing blockage.

In Medicine

In medicine, a collection often refers to an accumulation of fluid or other material that is not normally present. This can occur in various parts of the body and can be caused by various conditions. For example, a pleural effusion is a collection of fluid in the pleural space, the area between the lungs and the chest wall. This can be caused by conditions such as heart failure, pneumonia, or cancer.

A collection can also refer to the gathering of samples for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. For example, a blood collection involves drawing blood from a patient for testing in a laboratory. This can help diagnose a wide range of conditions, from infections to cancers.

See Also

  • Drainage (medicine): Drainage in medicine refers to the removal of fluids or discharges from the body, such as the drainage of a collection.
  • Aspiration (medicine): Aspiration in medicine refers to the removal of fluid or other material from the body using a needle or other instrument, such as the aspiration of a collection.

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